Lecture

Mod-01 Lec-23 Teams and Teambuilding

This module explores the dynamics of teams and the importance of effective teamwork within organizations. Key topics include:

  • The definition of teams and their types.
  • Team roles and the importance of role clarity.
  • Strategies for effective team building.
  • Challenges teams face and how to overcome them.

Understanding how to foster collaboration and cohesion within teams is crucial for achieving organizational goals and enhancing productivity.


Course Lectures
  • This module provides an understanding of the foundational concepts in Organizational Behaviour, emphasizing the importance of organizational processes and structure.

    Students will learn about:

    • Fundamental concepts of organizational behaviour.
    • The relationship between organizational structure and effectiveness.
    • Models of organizational behaviour.
    • The impact of organizational culture and change on effectiveness.
  • This module explores the effectiveness of organizations, focusing on various models of organizational behaviour and the impact of systems theory.

    Topics covered include:

    • Different models of organizational behaviour.
    • Understanding system theory and its application.
    • Developing competencies within organizations.
    • Recognizing limitations in organizational behaviour.
  • This module focuses on social systems and organizational culture, highlighting how these elements influence workplace behaviour and performance.

    Key areas include:

    • Defining social systems and organizational culture.
    • Understanding roles and status within organizations.
    • Strategies for influencing culture change.
    • Characteristics of effective socialization processes.
  • This continuation of the previous module further examines social systems and organizational culture, providing deeper insights into sustaining culture change.

    Students will explore:

    • Techniques for sustaining organizational culture.
    • The role of leadership in cultural change.
    • Evaluating the effectiveness of socialization practices.
    • Case studies of successful culture change initiatives.
  • This module investigates individual differences in work behaviour, emphasizing the significance of understanding these differences for effective management.

    Key topics include:

    • The impact of individual differences on workplace behaviour.
    • Methods for assessing work behaviour.
    • Strategies for managing diverse work styles.
    • The importance of tailoring approaches to individual needs.
  • Mod-01 Lec-06 Personality
    Dr. Susmita Mukhopadhyay

    This module focuses on personality differences, exploring how these variations influence behaviour in organizational settings.

    Students will learn about:

    • Sources and structure of personality differences.
    • Relationship between personality and workplace behaviour.
    • Methods for measuring personality in a professional context.
    • The implications of personality differences for team dynamics.
  • Mod-01 Lec-07 Personality (Contd.)
    Dr. Susmita Mukhopadhyay

    This continuation of the previous module further delves into personality differences, offering insights into their impact on teamwork and communication.

    Key focus areas include:

    • The interplay of personality and team collaboration.
    • Impact of personality on interpersonal communication.
    • Strategies for leveraging personality strengths in teams.
    • Real-world examples illustrating personality dynamics.
  • Mod-01 Lec-08 Attitudes
    Dr. Susmita Mukhopadhyay

    This module examines attitudes within the workplace, their formation, and effects on employee behaviour and satisfaction.

    Topics covered include:

    • Understanding the nature of employee attitudes.
    • Effects of attitudes on job performance and satisfaction.
    • Methods for measuring and evaluating job satisfaction.
    • Strategies for modifying negative employee attitudes.
  • Mod-01 Lec-09 Attitudes (Contd.)
    Dr. Susmita Mukhopadhyay

    This continuation of the previous module provides an in-depth analysis of employee attitudes and their implications for organizational culture and effectiveness.

    Key areas of focus include:

    • The relationship between attitudes and organizational culture.
    • Methods for fostering positive employee attitudes.
    • Impact of leadership on employee morale and attitudes.
    • Case studies highlighting successful attitude management.
  • Mod-01 Lec-10 Attitudes (Contd. )
    Dr. Susmita Mukhopadhyay

    This module further explores attitudes, focusing on the dynamics of employee engagement and the psychological factors influencing job satisfaction.

    Key topics include:

    • Factors affecting employee engagement.
    • The role of psychological contracts in job satisfaction.
    • Strategies for enhancing engagement and satisfaction.
    • Measuring the impact of engagement on organizational performance.
  • This module discusses perceptions, attributions, and emotions in the workplace, exploring how they influence employee interactions and decision-making.

    Key areas of focus include:

    • The perceptual process and its impact on workplace behaviour.
    • Attribution theory and its application in organizations.
    • The role of emotions in the workplace.
    • Strategies for managing emotions effectively in professional settings.
  • This module further examines perceptions and attributions, emphasizing their significance in shaping workplace relationships and communication.

    Topics covered include:

    • The impact of perceptual biases on decision-making.
    • Strategies for improving interpersonal perceptions.
    • Managing attributions in team settings.
    • Real-life applications of perception management.
  • Mod-01 Lec-13 Motivation
    Dr. Susmita Mukhopadhyay

    This module focuses on motivation, exploring various theories and approaches to enhance employee productivity and satisfaction.

    Key concepts include:

    • Understanding the concept of motivation and its significance.
    • Content vs. process approaches to motivation.
    • The psychological contract and its relation to motivation.
    • Strategies for motivating diverse employee groups.
  • Mod-01 Lec-14 Motivation (Contd.)
    Dr. Susmita Mukhopadhyay

    This continuation of the previous module delves deeper into motivation, emphasizing the application of various theories in real-life organizational contexts.

    Key focus areas include:

    • Case studies illustrating successful motivation strategies.
    • The role of managers in fostering motivation.
    • Evaluating the effectiveness of motivational techniques.
    • Adapting motivation strategies for diverse workforces.
  • This module examines job design and its relationship to work and motivation, focusing on creating roles that enhance employee satisfaction and productivity.

    Key areas covered include:

    • The impact of job design on quality of work life.
    • Job performance outcomes based on design.
    • Job analysis and its importance in effective design.
    • Strategies for job enrichment and enlargement.
  • This continuation of the previous module further explores job design, emphasizing practical applications and modifications to enhance motivation and performance.

    Key focus areas include:

    • Real-world applications of job design principles.
    • Techniques for designing job range and depth.
    • Integrating total quality management with job design.
    • Evaluating the success of job design initiatives.
  • This module examines evaluation, feedback, and rewards, highlighting their significance in managing employee performance and motivation.

    Key topics include:

    • Importance of performance evaluation and feedback.
    • Reinforcement theory and its implications for rewards.
    • Designing innovative reward systems.
    • Balancing rewards with organizational objectives.
  • This continuation of the previous module further investigates performance evaluation and feedback, emphasizing best practices for effective management.

    Key focus areas include:

    • Best practices for providing constructive feedback.
    • The role of regular evaluations in performance improvement.
    • Strategies for aligning rewards with performance goals.
    • Case studies demonstrating effective feedback systems.
  • Mod-01 Lec-19 Managing Misbehaviour
    Dr. Susmita Mukhopadhyay

    This module explores the challenge of managing misbehaviour within organizations, discussing its implications for workplace dynamics and culture.

    Key areas covered include:

    • Understanding the emergence of misbehaviour in the workplace.
    • Factors contributing to employee misbehaviour.
    • Strategies for managing and mitigating misbehaviour.
    • Case studies of effective misbehaviour management.
  • Mod-01 Lec-20 Stress
    Dr. Susmita Mukhopadhyay

    This module discusses stress and counseling in the workplace, emphasizing the importance of understanding and managing stress for employee well-being.

    Key topics include:

    • Defining stress and its impact on employees.
    • Identifying work stressors and their outcomes.
    • Strategies for stress prevention and management.
    • The role of employee counseling in promoting well-being.
  • Mod-01 Lec-21 Counseling
    Dr. Susmita Mukhopadhyay

    This continuation of the previous module further examines workplace stress and counseling, providing deeper insights into effective management strategies.

    Key areas of focus include:

    • Techniques for identifying and addressing stressors.
    • Implementing employee assistance programs.
    • Evaluating the effectiveness of counseling interventions.
    • Case studies of successful stress management initiatives.
  • Mod-01 lec-22 Informal and Formal Groups
    Dr. Susmita Mukhopadhyay

    This module explores informal and formal group dynamics, emphasizing their significance in organizational behaviour and team effectiveness.

    Key topics include:

    • Understanding the nature of group dynamics in organizations.
    • Differences between informal and formal groups.
    • Impact of group dynamics on organizational performance.
    • Strategies for enhancing team effectiveness.
  • Mod-01 Lec-23 Teams and Teambuilding
    Dr. Susmita Mukhopadhyay

    This module explores the dynamics of teams and the importance of effective teamwork within organizations. Key topics include:

    • The definition of teams and their types.
    • Team roles and the importance of role clarity.
    • Strategies for effective team building.
    • Challenges teams face and how to overcome them.

    Understanding how to foster collaboration and cohesion within teams is crucial for achieving organizational goals and enhancing productivity.

  • This module focuses on the complexities of managing conflict and negotiation within organizational settings. Topics covered include:

    • Types of conflict and their impact on the workplace.
    • Strategies for effective conflict resolution.
    • Negotiation techniques and best practices.
    • Understanding intergroup conflict and how to manage it.

    Developing skills in conflict management and negotiation is essential for maintaining a positive work environment and enhancing team collaboration.

  • This module continues the discussion on managing conflict and negotiation, delving deeper into the complexities involved. Key elements include:

    • Advanced negotiation strategies and tactics.
    • Case studies on successful conflict resolution.
    • Practical exercises to enhance negotiation skills.
    • Real-world applications of negotiation theories.

    Participants will engage in role-playing scenarios to practice their skills and prepare for real-life negotiation challenges.

  • Mod-01 Lec-26 Power and Politics
    Dr. Susmita Mukhopadhyay

    This module addresses the concepts of power and politics within organizations, focusing on how they impact behavior and decision-making. Key topics include:

    • Understanding the sources and types of power.
    • Political strategies and their ethical implications.
    • The role of power dynamics in team and organizational effectiveness.
    • Techniques for using power constructively.

    By examining these dynamics, participants will learn to navigate organizational politics effectively and enhance their influence within their teams.

  • This module focuses on empowerment and participation within organizations, highlighting their significance in enhancing employee engagement and performance. Topics covered include:

    • Understanding the nature of empowerment.
    • How participation impacts decision-making and morale.
    • Programs that promote employee participation.
    • Challenges and considerations in implementing empowerment initiatives.

    Participants will explore case studies showcasing successful empowerment strategies and learn how to foster a participative culture.

  • This module examines assertive behavior and transactional analysis as tools for improving interpersonal relationships in the workplace. Key aspects include:

    • Understanding assertiveness and its importance in communication.
    • Transactional analysis concepts and their application in relationships.
    • Techniques for fostering assertive communication.
    • Practical exercises to build interpersonal skills.

    Participants will engage in activities designed to enhance their assertiveness, enabling them to express needs and opinions effectively.

  • Mod-01 Lec-29 Communication
    Dr. Susmita Mukhopadhyay

    This module delves into the essential role of communication within organizations, emphasizing its significance for effective management and collaboration. Topics include:

    • The communication process and channels within organizations.
    • Barriers to effective communication and strategies to overcome them.
    • The impact of technology on communication.
    • Interpersonal and multicultural communication skills.

    Participants will learn techniques for improving communication effectiveness and fostering an open dialogue within their teams.

  • Mod-01 Lec-30 Communication (Contd.)
    Dr. Susmita Mukhopadhyay

    This module continues the exploration of communication, focusing on advanced techniques and strategies for improving organizational communication. Key topics include:

    • Enhancing information richness and clarity.
    • Developing effective feedback mechanisms.
    • Promoting ethical communication practices.
    • Case studies showcasing successful communication strategies.

    Participants will engage in workshops designed to practice these advanced communication skills in realistic scenarios.

  • Mod-01 Lec-31 Decision Making
    Dr. Susmita Mukhopadhyay

    This module focuses on decision-making processes within organizations, emphasizing how effective decision-making can lead to better outcomes. Key elements include:

    • Types of decisions and decision-making frameworks.
    • The rational decision-making process and its limitations.
    • Behavioral influences on decision-making.
    • Group decision-making dynamics and creativity.

    Participants will analyze real-world decision-making scenarios and learn to navigate the complexities of making sound decisions in group settings.

  • Mod-01 Lec-32 Decision Making (Contd.)
    Dr. Susmita Mukhopadhyay

    This module continues the discussion on decision-making, focusing on advanced techniques and group dynamics. Key topics include:

    • Alternative decision-making approaches.
    • Techniques for fostering creativity in decision-making.
    • Case studies on effective group decision-making.
    • Overcoming challenges in group decision-making.

    Participants will engage in interactive activities to develop their decision-making skills further, applying theories to practice.

  • Mod-01 Lec-33 Leadership
    Dr. Susmita Mukhopadhyay

    This module explores the concept of leadership and its critical role in shaping organizational behavior and culture. Key topics include:

    • Definition and importance of leadership.
    • Various leadership styles and approaches.
    • Situational leadership and its applications.
    • Emerging trends in leadership practices.

    Participants will reflect on their leadership styles and learn strategies for becoming more effective leaders in their organizations.

  • Mod-01 Lec-34 Leadership (Contd.)
    Dr. Susmita Mukhopadhyay

    This module continues the examination of leadership, diving deeper into various leadership styles and their practical implications. Key elements include:

    • Trait and behavioral approaches to leadership.
    • Leadership in multicultural contexts.
    • Case studies of successful leaders and their strategies.
    • Developing personal leadership plans.

    Participants will engage in self-assessment activities to identify their leadership strengths and areas for improvement.

  • Mod-01 Lec-35 Leadership (Contd.)
    Dr. Susmita Mukhopadhyay

    This module further explores leadership concepts, focusing on new and emerging approaches to effective leadership. Topics include:

    • Transformational and transactional leadership.
    • Servant leadership and its benefits.
    • Leadership in modern organizational contexts.
    • Developing a vision and inspiring teams.

    Participants will analyze current leadership trends and learn how to apply these principles in their organizations to drive change.

  • This module examines organizational structure and design, focusing on the critical factors that influence how organizations are structured. Key topics include:

    • Principles of organizational design and their applications.
    • Types of organizational structures and their advantages.
    • Delegation of authority and its impact on effectiveness.
    • Challenges in designing multinational and virtual organizations.

    Participants will explore real-world examples and case studies to understand the complexities of organizational design.

  • This module continues the exploration of organizational structure and design, focusing on implementing design strategies effectively. Key elements include:

    • Assessing organizational needs and structure.
    • Dealing with departmental biases and span of control.
    • Case studies on successful organizational redesigns.
    • Strategies for fostering effective communication within structures.

    Participants will learn how to evaluate and implement design changes to enhance organizational performance.

  • This module further investigates organizational structure and design, specifically focusing on adapting to change. Key topics include:

    • Understanding the need for adaptability in organizational structures.
    • Models of organizational design for change.
    • Strategies for ensuring successful adaptation.
    • Future trends in organizational design.

    Participants will analyze case studies of organizations that have successfully adapted their structures in response to change.

  • Mod-01 Lec-39 Change and Innovation
    Dr. Susmita Mukhopadhyay

    This module focuses on change management and innovation within organizations, emphasizing the importance of effectively managing change. Key topics include:

    • Understanding the change process and resistance factors.
    • Strategies for managing change effectively.
    • The role of innovation in organizational success.
    • Case studies of successful change initiatives.

    Participants will learn how to identify and implement effective change management strategies and foster a culture of innovation.

  • This module continues the exploration of change management and innovation, focusing on practical applications and tools. Key elements include:

    • Tools and frameworks for managing change.
    • Techniques for fostering employee buy-in during change.
    • Real-world examples of innovative practices.
    • Lessons learned from change management failures.

    Participants will engage in workshops to apply these tools and develop their own change management plans.

  • This module explores organizational behavior across cultures, emphasizing the importance of cultural awareness in multinational operations. Topics covered include:

    • Conditions affecting multinational operations.
    • Managing a diverse international workforce.
    • Cross-cultural communication strategies.
    • Challenges and benefits of cultural diversity in organizations.

    Participants will learn how to navigate cultural differences and leverage diversity for organizational success.